steez

Categorization be damned, the Madison-based five piece, STEEZ , consisting of Matt Williams (keyboards/synthesizers/talk box), Steve Neary (guitar and vocals), A lex Roberts (drums), Chris Sell (bass), and Andrzej  Benkowski  (saxophone, keyboards, vocals) is -- in the simplest terms and the most convenient definitions -- a funk band, a  jamband , a fusion band, a disco-fanged multi-beast, and a basket case.     Churning out their self-described  Creepfunk , a high energy, danceable variety of funk -- one uniquely laced with electronic and improvisational sensibilities – STEEZ has garnered a loyal following throughout the Midwest performing at music festivals and to capacity crowds at rapidly growing venues. STEEZ repeatedly receives acclaim for their live performances, which typically include a seamless weaving of thoughtfully composed originals and crowd pleasing covers spanning from Madonna to clever obscurities like  Genialistid  (Estonia).     Well established in the Midwestern  jamband  community, what really sets STEEZ apart is the camaraderie and endearing sense of humor. The band’s humble beginnings include getting banned for life from a venue after their first ever live performance, maneuvering a moped accident involving a parked car, and cruising the Midwest in the inspired  35 foot  band bus, “Big Brown.” (RIP) While it’s the original songs and taut musicianship that initially grab both fans’ and critics’ attention, the band’s personality keeps it.     STEEZ continues their musical endeavors by balancing extensive touring with studio time. STEEZ continues to rage major festivals such as Summer Set Music & Camping Festival, Wakarusa, Summer Camp Music Festival, Camp Bisco, Electric Forest, 10KLF and  Rootwire , while grinding it out on the road throughout the  midwest  and beyond. The band's 4th studio album, STEREOVISION, was released in 2013. This event is intended for UW-Madison students, faculty, staff, Wisconsin Union members and their guests. Anyone can become a  Wisconsin Union member .